How much does an Economic Development make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Economic Development in the United States is $79,510. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $66,531 to $90,987, with most professionals earning between $54,714 and $101,435.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Economic Development Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Economic Development Salary $54,714 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Economic Development Salary $66,531 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Economic Development Salary $79,510 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Economic Development Salary $90,987 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Economic Development Salary $101,435 US March 01, 2025
25% $66,531 10% $54,714 90% $101,435 75% $90,987 $79,510 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Economic Development

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    Economic Development

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Economics Analyst II

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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